Liverpool are reportedly close to appointing Jörg Schmadtke as their new sporting director. The veteran German football executive has emerged as the frontrunner for the role, after holding talks with the club. Schmadtke has extensive experience in the game over two decades, working at Aachen, Hannover, FC Cologne, and most recently, Wolfsburg. He is known for his outspoken style and successful recruitment, often getting value for the budgets he is assigned. Liverpool’s recruitment has been crucial to their success under Jurgen Klopp, having won the Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup. However, their recruitment has come under scrutiny over the past 12 months, along with a dreadful run of injuries that has plagued this season. The position is vital for Liverpool, as they have seen the departure of Michael Edwards and his successor Julian Ward last summer. Schmadtke is reportedly an ally of Klopp and will work closely with long-serving chief scouts Dave Fallows and Barry Hunter. Overall, Schmadtke comes with a wealth of experience, a robust sense of humor, and will undoubtedly bring value to Liverpool’s recruitment efforts.
